shopping

I remember a 2 year period where I looked for clothes but never ended up buying anything. I put it down to not only being fickle but wanting whatever I looked at to be perfect. I ended up dismissing so many things because I felt they didn’t look right aesthetically but were probably what my wardrobe needed.

This might sound strange, but I’m not alone. When I think about all the different ways people approach shopping, there’s a similar approach I’ve seen that causes the most frustration…

There’s a good chance if you’re reading this post you’re currently working on updating your wardrobe. Building a great wardrobe takes time and a little money, so at some point, you’re going to be hitting the shops looking for pieces to fill the gaps. It goes without saying, buying pieces that last, both in terms of quality and style, should be high on anyone’s list of priorities when shopping.

It’s a quote you see all over the Internet. But when you’re about to invest in something new how do you know if what you’re buying is any good?

Many think spending more money means better quality but that’s not always the case. Determining whether a piece is going to go the distance isn’t always an easy task. But if you want a high-quality wardrobe you need high-quality clothes, so I’m going to show you 10 checks you can use to guarantee kick-ass quality.

You may have a wardrobe full of clothes you absolutely love but still find yourself stood in front of it left a little bit wanting. That outfit that makes you feel amazing or like you can conquer the world still eludes you. So what gives?

I occasionally attend a minimalist meet up in Leeds. A monthly get together where people with a shared interest in minimalism can meet likeminded souls and have a bit of a natter about all things ‘minimalist’. During a recent meet someone mentioned their goal for 2017 was to not buy any clothes throughout the entire year. This, in part, had been motivated by their recent viewing of the documentary ‘The True Cost’. In this post I want to share a little critique of the documentary, raise awareness on the topics covered in it, and hopefully encourage you to be more conscious about your own approach to buying clothes.

Have you ever walked in to a fashion store and looked past the clothes? You’re probably thinking; “what the hell is he talking about?” But hear me out for a second. Next time you’re in your favourite high street fashion store, take a minute to look beyond the latest seasonal fabrics draped on the mannequin. Look behind that dress on the hanger, glistening in the spot light. Take a minute to absorb the actual setting that you’re shopping in. Take the clothes out of the equation and what does the environment say to you? In some retail stores you’re left with a comforting, maybe relaxin,g chilled out space that’s quite interesting. In others, you’re left with bits of metal fixtures, cracked tiles and tired looking sales desks, a some what rather sterile environment.